Contests

Interpret the fair theme, “Go Big” in whatever way you see fit. This contest will be similar to the Food Network Challenges on the Food Network, however, cakes will NOT be made on site. Your cake must be prepared and brought to the Sweetwater Events Complex during open entry times. Click the title for a complete list of rules.

$250, Trophy & Rosette - Overall Grand Champion$150, Trophy & Rosette - Overall Reserve Champion$100, Trophy & Rosette - Overall 3rd PlaceEnter your favorite quilt for a chance to win! Entries must be brought to the Sweetwater Events Complex during open entry times and the quilts will be displayed all week. Click the title for a complete list of rules.

This contest has both an Adult and a Youth division. Samples: Cream pies, gelatin desserts, cheesecakes, pumpkin pies, whipped topping desserts. Your dessert must be prepared and brought to the Sweetwater Events Complex during open entry times. Click the title for a complete list of rules.

Scarecrow Contest, Saturday & Sunday in the Exhibit Hall

Build a scarecrow and proudly display it during the Fair! Scarecrow's will be judged on originality, detail and the use of the fair theme - "Country, Rock & Livestock." Any age is welcome to participate and each participant will win a ribbon and a cash prize. Blue Ribbon & $10.00 or Red Ribbon and $5.00 or White Ribbon and $3.00. Scarecrow's must be brought to the Sweetwater Events Complex during open entry times.

Leadline, Sunday at 9:00 am in the Indoor Arena

Leadline class is a parade of tiny tots being led around on horses and ponies. Some of these little riders will be quite familiar with horses and some just beginners. Everyone will win a fair coloring book and crayons and the winners will be awarded trophies and ribbons. Riders must be under 6 years old and the horse must be lead by a responsible adult, 18 or over. Entries are accepted online anytime before Saturday, July 30th at noon.

Murdoch's Fair Scavenger Hunt

Murdoch's Ranch & Home Supply sponsors the annual Fair Scavenger Hunt. Pick up the scavenger hunt list from the Exhibit Hall Information Booth and then explore everything the fair has to offer! Participants will each take home a small prize and be entered for a chance to win some amazing prizes.

Diaper Derby, Wednesday at 11:30 am on the Exhibit Hall Contest Stage

Ladies and gentlemen, start your engines! It's almost time for the annual Wyoming's Big Show Diaper Derby. Babies & toddlers will enter in one of two divisions, crawlers and walkers, and race in “heats” to qualify for the championship. These little athletes will race across the stage from one family member to another, driven by the spirit of competition and the promise of a beloved pacifier or stuffed animal at the finish line. Every participant will win a prize and it's always a crowd favorite. Entries are accepted starting at 11:30 a.m. at the competition stage.

Karaoke Contests

Show off your vocal talents and complete for your chance to win Meet & Greet passes for our nightly concerts as well as other great prizes! Contests will take place on Wednesday and Thursday night at 6:30 pm. Call 307-352-6789 to enter, we only have room for 10 singers per night. You'll need two song choices and can choose which night you'd like to participate. Karaoke provided by Turn Up The Volume.

Bocci Bolli Tournament, Saturday at 4:00 pm on the Midway Grass Area

Bocce ball, also called bocci, is a relaxed but strategic game with an ancient lineage. It gained massive popularity with the influx of Italian immigrants at the turn of the 20th century and has been a popular game with the Italians families in Sweetwater County. It's a calming, competitive way to spend a few hours outdoors in the pleasant company of friends. Join us for a game of Bocci during the county fair. Entries will take place half an hour before the scheduled start time.

HorseShoe Pitching Tournament, Saturday at 9 am in the Horseshoe Pits

‘Almost only counts in horseshoes and hand grenades’ is a good motto for the Sweetwater County Fair Horseshoe Tournament. The competition is nothing but good fun and a way to spend the day with friends enjoying a little friendly competition. Get a team together or bring a large group to play, we have plenty of room and would love to have you join us!

Rotary Kid's Dog Show, Saturday at 11:00 am on the Midway Tent Stage

Hey, kids! Do you think your dog is the best looking pooch on the block? Join Rock Springs Rotary for this fun activity hosted by Lanky the Clown. Kids ages 4-14 are invited to bring their pup to compete for prizes in sixteen crazy categories. Categories include Most Spots, Longest Tail, Shortest Legs, Best Jumper and many more! Enter the day of the show beginning at 10:30 a.m. This is all about dogs and their kids having fun!